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BU56 DOJ

2006 Kia Picanto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

45,023 mi
Last recorded45,023 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Kia Picanto50,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 DOJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 45,023 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 45,023 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 37,270 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 27,829 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 24,589 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 24,012 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 24,012 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 23,496 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 21,272 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 18,384 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 18,382 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 16,041 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 12,224 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 12,224 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 8,786 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 8,786 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2014 7,946 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 7,026 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 6,280 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 6,280 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 5,424 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 4,562 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 3,667 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto?

Based on 2,626,043 MOT tests across 229,767 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
3,997
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
229,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,453
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28,710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,450
position lamp(s) not working 19,223
parking brake recording little or no effort 18,423
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BU56 DOJ is a 2006 Kia Picanto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 50,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Picanto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 41,453 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU56 DOJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU56 DOJ?

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What year was BU56 DOJ registered?

BU56 DOJ is a 2006 Kia Picanto, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is BU56 DOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 DOJ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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